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**NOTE** FILL OUT THE QUESTIONNAIRE.
We are a well traveled family on the Tennessee River. We have had visitors from all over the world. We usually have several projects, some very interesting, some mundane. We are looking for people, 1 or 2 at a time, who want to help here and enjoy the peaceful rural river life. We take a proactive role in correcting your English grammar and word choice, during daily conversation, for those that want English improvement. [TO APPLY SEE FORM BELOW]
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
Help around the house
Help with Computers/ Internet
Interests
Self development
Van life
Movies & TV
Farming
Writing
Drawing & painting
Carpentry
Water sports
Outdoor activities
Hiking
Politics / Social justice
Culture
Plant care
Gardening
History
Books
DIY & crafts
Cooking & food
Architecture
Sailing / Boating
Yoga / Wellness
Nature
Camping
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We like people who can blend into the household. We love to talk and visit with our guests, and in the course of a stay we will learn a lot about them and they will learn a lot about us, we enjoy our together time and alone time and free time. We can let our guests know what there is to do around here. You can go with us when we go to town. Also we have a unique (as far as I know) method of "getting to know you."
You can benefit from cultural exchange because of our frank discussion with you of what it is like to live in the United States, to live in Tennessee and to live in this area of the state. We participate in discussions with you on life in your area of the world and contrast that with life here. Also, we are always willing to take you wherever we go and so you can see more of the area. You can learn the use gardening tools good organizational habits. And by immersion learn English in a more conversational way. We do this by continually correcting your english, pronunciation, grammar and word choice.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Help is varied, like help around the home, light gardening and or family activities, etc. we try to tailor what needs to be done with your skills and abilities or your desire to learn things. If you've been told that you're DETERMINED, PROACTIVE, THOROUGH, and tend to PAY ATTENTION TO DETAILS then I can't wait to hear from you. The general plan is to exchange 5 hours/day for a sleeping area as well as food (meals or ingredients to prepare meals) will be available and even on days off we provide all meals.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
Italian: IntermediateThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
You will most likely have your own room but some times sharing is necessary. You will have your own Bathroom and shower area. We prefer that you can eat with us. We discourage cooking separately because afterall why did you travel to another country. We are looking for someone who can make themselves part of the household. We share house chores, cleaning, cooking, putting away.
What else ...
We like people who can blend into the household. We love to talk and visit with our guests, and in the course of a stay we will learn a lot about them and they will learn a lot about us, we enjoy our together time and alone time and free time. We can let our guests know what there is to do around here. You can go with us when we go to town.
We live on a beautiful river. Be sure you understand that we are in a remote location. 25 minutes from a little town, but only 1 hr and 40 min from Nashville. Most enjoy the rural tranquility and peace of the location, but some find it more quiet than they would prefer. You should google-earth our location.
Google "mid-cumberland humphreys county" for a link to our local car service that can pick you up and drop you off for side trips, arrival or departure. It is very reasonable and so far very reliable.
We try to promptly reply to everyone who inquires. SEE BELOW
NOTE: Only volunteers with COMPLETED profiles with PHOTO will be considered. Please include, desired month/time of year (approx.) AND DESIRED LENGTH OF STAY.
Sorry, no pets in the house. We can accommodate pets only outside.
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WHAT TO DO: You MUST answer each of the following questions. IN THIS FORMAT
Where are you from:
Name(First/Last):
Phone number (if you have one):
Email (print):
Male or Female:
Age:
Height (males only) _____ (cm?or In?)
Weight (males only) ______ (Kg or Lbs)
How long would you like to volunteer here (short term is okay):
What date can you start:
Purpose of trip:
Do you have any MEDICAL condition that would restrict your activity (explain):
Any Dietary Restrictions:
Any common foods you will not eat, list them:
Where are you now:
What is your current living situation:
Are you a smoker?
Will you be solely responsible for Medical Expenses due to sickness or accident?
How are you arriving (car/plane/bus/other):
What skills / talents do you have - (please be specific without exaggeration):
Have you investigated plane fares: And are they affordable:
Did you read our entire profile:
What else do you want to tell us:
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Note: Please do not bring us gifts. However, if you are coming from home and you can bring something YUMMY that is HOMEMADE we especially love that sort of thing. Thanks.
Note: If you are from a country that requires sponsorship, we do not assist with obtaining Visa. We do not write an invitation letter. We do not vouch for you while you are in the country or take financial responsibility for you. However, once you are already in the country please feel free to apply again, we will take a look.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Our WIFI is now very fast for those that have to do remote work or remote studies.
Space for parking camper vans
We have space for Camper Vans. We ourselves have done a lot of RV travel in the US. We can give you lots of tips AND we'd like to hear of your adventurers and ideas.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
My animals / pets
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1. Don't expect you can learn English here. This is one of the biggest disinformation in the profile. He only teaches you English when he needs to tell you the name of tools.
2. Disrespectful behavior was… read more
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I'm sorry for the host but let me tell you why.
1. Don't expect you can learn English here. This is one of the biggest disinformation in the profile. He only teaches you English when he needs to tell you the name of tools.
2. Disrespectful behavior was… read more
You can discuss about everything with Tom and share good… read more
The work… read more
I remember us looking for a workaway in the US, each of us choosing 5 profiles and Tom's one being the only common choice, we know why now. Tom and Joan are a wonderful couple, both… read more
They are very welcoming and interesting people. The minute I came into their beautiful house by the lake they made me feel at home.
Tom, who was managing our work, was teaching me patiently everything and the work was interesting overall.
I have learned a lot about Tom and Joan's travels and definitely… read more
I really enjoyed… read more
He has a great sense of humor, is energetic, desires to be helpful always and can speak on a… read more
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I shared a wholesome ten days of graft with Tom & Joan. On entry my hair was washed, my skin was scrubbed and my clothes made sterile. I was a risk and then i wasnt.
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The work was five hours daily. We felt a roof, painted the block, lost a trailer and dumped a desk. The afternoons were free; for tele, for… read more
Charlie was a very interesting and hardworking volunteer. It is true he did not have much experience starting but he did pick up the skills for the various electric hand tools and shop tools to work on several projects… read more
All in all I had an awesome time and I think I will really… read more
Tom and Joan are a great couple with a lot of heart. Their sense of humor and candid demeanor made the whole experience go by quicker than it seemed. They were fair in the workload and took time to… read more
Tom et Joan are two persons very nice. they are good cooks. Joan is very funny, tom loves talking about everything.
It was our first woofing and it was very cool. I made paint and nico made maintenance and gardenning. It's not just us who work.… read more
They were also excellent… read more
